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BEE Releases Q2 2026 CCTS Compliance Circular — Reporting Deadline July 31
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency has issued the Q2 2026 compliance circular for Designated Consumers under the Carbon Credit Trading Scheme. All DCs must submit verified emission data by July 31, 2026.
Verra Releases VCS Version 4.5 — New Nature-Based Methodology Updates
Verra has updated the Verified Carbon Standard to version 4.5, introducing new requirements for nature-based solution projects. Enhanced permanence buffers and improved additionality tests.
SEBI Updates BRSR Core — 9 New KPIs for Top 150 NSE/BSE Companies
SEBI has notified additional BRSR Core indicators for the top 150 listed companies. The 9 new KPIs cover water intensity, waste management, and supply chain emissions (Scope 3).
EU Publishes CBAM Definitive Period Rules — Full Implementation January 2026
The European Commission has published final implementation regulations for CBAM's definitive period. Indian steel and cement exporters must now purchase CBAM certificates before each shipment.
NEA Singapore Confirms Carbon Tax Trajectory — S$45/t from 2026, S$80/t by 2030
The National Environment Agency has reaffirmed Singapore's carbon tax escalation path. Companies with more than 25,000 tCO₂ annually must now comply and can use eligible international credits for up to 5% of liability.
COP30 Pre-talks: Article 6.4 Mechanism Progresses — New Corresponding Adjustments Framework
UNFCCC pre-COP30 negotiations in Bonn have made significant progress on the Article 6.4 Supervisory Body rules. ITMOs and corresponding adjustments framework nearing finalisation.
PAT Cycle VIII Results — BEE Notifies ESCert Issuance for 428 Designated Consumers
The Bureau of Energy Efficiency has notified ESCert issuance for 428 Designated Consumers who over-achieved their PAT Cycle VIII targets. Trading window opens on IEX, HPX, and PXIL from July 1.
Gold Standard Launches Impact Registry 2.0 — Enhanced Traceability for Voluntary Credits
Gold Standard has launched version 2.0 of its Impact Registry with blockchain-anchored issuance records and real-time retirement tracking. Available via API to registered platforms.
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